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Hongdae ㅣ Oppa's Complete Guide & Tips

Hip Places in Hongdae Introduced by Hip Creatrip Oppa.

Eunseon Hong @creatrip
6 years ago
Hongdae ㅣ Oppa's Complete Guide & Tips

Hello everyone! We're Creatrip, your group of Korean travel experts.


Oppa takes you around Hongdae

He takes you to places worth visiting in the daytime to popular clubs for your late-night fun!

We've got a complete guide for what you can do in Hongdae.



Hongdae


1. Hongik University Station Exit 3 (Yeonnamdong)

The cute area outside of Hongik University exit 3 has lots of cafes and restaurants interestingly situated in a residential neighbourhood.

This area is referred to as Yeontral Park (Yeonnamdong + Central Park) among locals here due to its quiet, relaxed environment.

YunssiGrilbang(BBQ House)

Entrance of YunssiGrilbang, a traditional Korean barbecue restaurant in Yeonnamdong, Hongdae with wooden interiors and a relaxing ambiance.


2. Hongik University Station exit 6

Hongdae is known for its lively centre areas but the area outside of exit 6 is nice and quiet with little cafes and bars lined up.

This area is recommended for those who want to explore a different side of Hongdae!

Object (Prop Shop)

Facade of Object, a stylish prop shop in Hongdae with a minimalistic white building front and large windows displaying various items.


3. Hongik University Station exit 8

People shopping at a bustling street market near Hongik University Station exit 8, featuring racks of colorful clothing and various shops.

A shopping district featuring popular brands such as 3CS, Stylenanda, etc. are located outside of exit 8.

Sappun (Shoe Store)

Shopper in front of Sappun, a popular shoe store in Hongdae, with a modern storefront and a range of trending footwear inside the store.


4. Hongik University Station exit 9

Crowds gathering near Hongik University Station exit 9, where street performers are busking, adding to the lively atmosphere of Hongdae.

This is the hippest part of Hongdae!

Starting late afternoon to late evening, you'll be able to spot musicians busking on the streets.

Some of them cover Kpop idols such as BTS, EXO, Blackpink, etc.

Street Food + Street Stalls

Unlike the large stores gathered out of exit 8, small adorable shops can be found outside of exit 9.Various shoe brands including FILA displayed at the FOLDER footwear store in Hongdae, attracting shoe enthusiasts and trendsetters.

FOLDER

Footwear retailer featuring international brands.Club Made in Itaewon, featuring a sleek entrance against an urban backdrop, it's one of Hongdae's popular nightlife spots.


5. Nightlife near Sangsu Station

MADE

Hip club franchise with a location in Itaewon as well

Exterior of the famous nb2 club in Hongdae, known for its vibrant music scene and association with YG Entertainment, drawing large crowds.

nb2

Club operated by the big Kpop empire, YG Entertainment.



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